Spring is the season of renewal and rebirth. As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, our bodies naturally crave fresh and refreshing foods. A spring fruit salad is a perfect way to satisfy this craving, and is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the season's bounty. With so many different fruits in season, the possibilities for spring fruit salads are endless. Whether you prefer a simple salad with a few classic fruits, or a more complex salad with a variety of flavors and textures, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love.
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FRESH SUMMER FRUIT SALAD
One day I decided to stir some rhubarb sauce into my fruit salad - and LOVED the result. The rhubarb sauce keeps fruits from turning brown too.
Provided by CHMOORE
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Blueberry Salad Recipes
Time 3h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water and sugar to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the rhubarb, turn heat to low, cover, and simmer until rhubarb is soft, 10 to 15 minutes. Mash and chill in the refrigerator, about one hour.
- To serve, mix the grapes, orange, strawberries, apple, peach, plum, cherries, and blueberries with 2/3 cup of the rhubarb sauce. Stir gently, but thoroughly to coat. Refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.2 calories, Carbohydrate 59.3 g, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 5.7 mg, Sugar 52.1 g
FRESH SPRING FRUIT SALAD
The key to serving a fresh fruit salad is to ensure that the fruit is ripe and tasty. Do yourself a favor and don't attempt to cut the fruits and toss them together the day before serving; doing so causes the fruits get mushy
Provided by TishT
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in large decorative serving bowl.
- Gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use a variety of fruits. This will give your salad a more interesting flavor and texture. Some good choices include berries, melon, citrus fruits, and stone fruits.
- Choose fruits that are in season. This will ensure that they are at their peak flavor.
- Wash your fruits thoroughly before using them. This will remove any dirt or bacteria.
- Cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces. This will make them easier to eat.
- Add some herbs or spices to your salad for extra flavor. Some good choices include mint, basil, ginger, and cinnamon.
- Serve your salad chilled. This will help to keep the fruits crisp and refreshing.
Conclusion:
A fresh spring fruit salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the season's best fruits. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals, and it's also a refreshing and light meal or snack. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious treat, give this fresh spring fruit salad a try.
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